Brothers in the swing in Kenmare

THIRTY three years later it remains one of the country’s most convivial golf outings – so little wonder that numbers are up and they travel from all points of the globe for the annual Kenmare 3 Brothers Golf Classic.

This year’s two-day event kicks off at daylight this morning in the serene surrounds of Kenmare Golf Club, 62 sets of three brothers putting family pride on the line for ultimate glory.

For one set of brothers, the Keatings of Charleville, the challenges will be all too familiar at this stage. Mike (11), Dave (17) and Coley (23) are competing in their 32nd consecutive Brothers Classic – and they’ve been able to call on their cousin and resident pro at Killarney Golf Club, Dave Keating, for a few last minute tips.